Digra - Devalthal, Pithoragarh
Digra is a village situated in the Devalthal tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from Didihat and around 40 km from Pithoragarh. Digra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Digra is 049491. The village covers a total geographical area of 145.62 hectares and falls under the 262543 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Digra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Didihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Digra
As per Census 2011, Digra village has a total population of 107 people, consisting of 51 males and 56 females. The village has 28 households and a sex ratio of 1,098 females per 1,000 males. There are 8 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 75 literate and 32 illiterate residents. Additionally, 30 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Digra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 107 | 51 | 56 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 75 | 45 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 6 | 26 |
Transport and Connectivity of Digra
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Digra.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Digra is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Digra is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Digra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Digra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Digra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Digra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Digra
Where is Digra located?
Digra village is located in Devalthal Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Digra?
Digra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Digra?
The pincode of Digra is 262543.
What is the population of Digra?
Digra has a total population of 107, including 51 males and 56 females.
How many households are there in Digra?
There are 28 households in Digra.
What is the literacy rate in Digra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Digra is 70.09%. Male literacy is 88.24% and female literacy is 53.57%.